Christmas with Children

This Christmas has been so fun for us all. It's actually our 3rd Christmas since we've lived here, but just the 2nd one on our own(we went home in 05). We have tried to create some traditions that we can do every year out here. We both believe that in the end that is what makes Christmas memorable and enjoyable. When I think back on my childhood, I don't really remember many of the presents Santa brought, but I definitely remember traditions we had. We would sing a lot of Christmas carols, and then my dad would usually try and bring in some story or thought to remind us all of the true meaning of Christmas(our Savior). Those thoughts and stories might have appeared lost on little children in the midst of Santa and all the presents, but I am sure they were not. Those are the memories that stick. The spirit and true happiness that was felt at that time of year, in our home. That is the goal we have had, or tried to have. But those feelings and emotions can not be caught in pictures(at least I don't have those skills), so instead we're going to let you view the second best part of Christmas OPENING PRESENTS and hope all the rest of you had as much fun and created just as many great memories as we did.